Modern Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI shells or the new HyperOS are complex computing devices where communication modules play a critical role. Users often face a situation where, after a system upgrade or a change in the cellular operator, wireless interfaces stop working correctly. Instead of looking for complex engineering codes, the most effective and safe solution is to completely reset the network to factory values.
This procedure does not affect your personal files, photos or contacts, but completely cleans the configuration of all wireless connections. Network reset removes all stored Wi-Fi passwords, paired Bluetooth devices and APN settings for mobile Internet. Understanding this nuance will allow you to prepare for the process and quickly restore the functionality of the gadget without unnecessary panic.
In this guide, we will take a detailed look at the algorithm for different firmware versions, look at the hidden engineer menus and answer frequent questions. Whether you use a budget Redmi or flagship Xiaomi, the principles of network stack recovery remain similar, although the paths in the menu may differ slightly.
When network parameters need to be reset
Connection problems can be chaotic, and it’s not always clear what caused the modem software to crash. Most often, network resets are required after an operating system update fails, when new drivers conflict with old configuration files, and this is also true when switching to another carrier if the phone is trying to use old access points.
The symptoms that indicate the need for intervention can be different. Sometimes the smartphone sees the network, but does not connect to them, and in other cases the Bluetooth icon simply disappears from the notification curtain. Android is a complex system, and the accumulation of errors in the registry of connections over time can lead to unstable operation of the entire communication module.
It's worth noting that before you do radical things, you should try softer methods, but if you reboot to safe mode didn't work, you should reconnect. SIM-The card has only a temporary effect, then cleaning the network parameters is the only logical step before flashing the device.
Preparation of the device for recovery
Before you start changing system settings, you need to do a number of preparatory steps to avoid wasting time restoring access to important resources after the procedure, first of all make sure you remember the passwords from the main Wi-Fi networks you connect to every day, as they will have to be re-entered.
It is also recommended to take screenshots or manually record the settings of APN access points if your operator requires specific parameters for multimedia messages or the Internet. Although in most cases this data is downloaded automatically, in some regions or when using corporate SIM cards manual setting may be required.
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Write down before resetting. MAC-your device address (located in the About section or box) if your router uses filtering by MAC-After the reset, you'll need to add the device to the router's whitelist again.
It is important to check the battery level. Although the reset procedure takes a few seconds and does not require much power, suddenly turning off the smartphone at the time of writing configuration files can lead to software errors: charge the device to at least 50% or connect it to a power source.
- 📱 Make sure the screen is unlocked and you are on the desktop.
- 🔑 Write down passwords from important Wi-Fi networks in a notebook.
- 📶 Check that SIM-The card is installed correctly and is determined by the system.
- 🔋 Connect your smartphone to the charger in case of sudden discharge.
The classic way through the settings menu
The safest and most recommended reset method is in the standard settings menu. The interface may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13, 14) or HyperOS, but the logic remains the same. You need to find the section responsible for the general settings of the system or connection.
In modern versions of the shell, the path often goes like this: go to Settings, then select Connect and Sharing (or “Additional Features” in older versions). Scroll down the list, where the Reset button or “Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile Networks and Bluetooth” is usually located.
☑️ Reset algorithm through menu
After pressing the reset button, the system will request proof of your identity, PIN-code or fingerprint, depending on which security method is installed on your Xiaomi.This is a security measure to prevent accidental or malicious resetting of settings by unauthorized persons.
⚠️ Warning: Once confirmed, the phone may freeze for a few seconds or the screen will blink. This is a normal reaction of a system rebooting the network stack.
Use of engineering menus and codes
For advanced users who haven’t found the right option in the standard menu or have encountered interface bugs, there’s an alternative way: Android’s Engineering Menu allows you to access hidden hardware testing features. On Xiaomi smartphones, access to it is often limited, but basic testing features are available through a standard dial.
Try typing in the Phone app code ##4636##. If the firmware allows, the Testing menu will open. Here you can select Phone Information and find the Run Ping Test button or reset your preferred network type, which sometimes helps better than a full reset. However, there may not be a classic reset, and this method is more diagnostic.
What if the code doesn't work?
There is also an application preference reset team that sometimes resolves network issues if a crash is caused by a particular application. To do this, go to Settings → Applications → Application Management, click three dots in the corner and select Reset App Settings. This will not delete application data, but will return their permissions and network settings to their original state.
Reset specification on different versions of MIUI and HyperOS
Xiaomi shells are constantly updated, and the location of the controls changes. In MIUI 12 and MIUI 13, the function was often hidden in the "Additional Features" section -> "Recovery and Reset"; users come to be careful not to confuse a network reset with a complete data reset.
In newer versions like MIUI 14 and HyperOS, the company aims to make navigation easier.Settings Reset is now more often placed in a separate submenu or has a more understandable title that includes the word "Wi-Fi" and "Bluetooth," which is done to minimize user errors that can accidentally delete all data from the phone.
If you use a global firmware version, the terminology may be different from Chinese. For example, instead of "Reset network settings," it might say "Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks, and Bluetooth." In Chinese versions (CN ROM), the paths may be more confusing because of the language barrier, so it is recommended to target icons or use a screen translator.
| Shell version | The path to the menu | Features |
|---|---|---|
| MIUI 12 / 13 | Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi... | Classic location, stable work |
| MIUI 14 | Settings → Additional functions → Resetting settings | Added warning about loss of passwords |
| HyperOS | Settings → About the phone → Resetting settings (or in profile) | Integration with Xiaomi account, enhanced protection |
| Android One | Settings → System system → Additionally. → Reset | Clean Android interface, without unnecessary layers |
Recovery after discharge
Once you have reset your network settings, your Xiaomi smartphone will reset the network modules. The first thing the system will try to find the available networks. You will need to reconnect to your home Wi-Fi by entering a password. If you have set up an automatic connection, the process can go faster, but a password request is still likely.
Pay attention to the mobile Internet, if you don't have the Internet after you've connected to the cellular network, check if the data is activated in the notification curtain. APN. To do this, go to the settings. SIM-maps and select "Access Points (APN)», Then click the menu button and select “Restore by default».
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After resetting the network settings, the phone behaves like a new device in terms of connections: it has “forgotten” all previously known networks and devices, requiring full re-authorization.
Don't forget to re-connect your smartwatch, headphones and car stereo, and Bluetooth pairing will now be done from scratch, which often solves the problems with sound desynchronization or unstable connection that have been seen before.
⚠️ Note: If after resetting the network settings and reconnecting the problem with the Internet or calls persists, perhaps it is not a software failure, but a malfunction of the antenna module or the antenna itself. SIM-Try installing the SIM card in another phone to check.